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Advocacy Alert:Urge Congress to Fully Fund Housing Programs

Congress is deciding the future of affordable senior housing. Take 2 minutes to urge full funding for vital programs using LeadingAge’s easy advocacy tools. Your voice matters.
16 April 2026
Written by Kate Battiato
Advocacy

Housing affordability is one of the most urgent challenges facing older adults with low incomes, and right now, Congress is deciding whether critical federal housing programs will receive the funding they need to keep seniors safely housed.

To help our leaders make the right choices when it comes to funding the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), they need to hear directly from aging services professionals, providers and community leaders about the real‑world impact of affordable housing programs. Federal housing programs administered by HUD are proven tools that help older adults age with dignity, stability, and independence, yet demand continues to far outweigh supply.

Taking Action Is Easy and Effective

LeadingAge has made it simple to advocate. With just a few clicks, you can send a personalized message to your members of Congress urging them to fully fund housing programs for older adults. The online advocacy tools walk you through the process step‑by‑step, allowing you to add your own perspective and highlight the impact these programs have in your community.

Lawmakers pay attention when they hear directly from constituents, especially those working on the front lines of aging services. By taking action today, you help reinforce the message that affordable senior housing is not optional, it is essential infrastructure for an aging America.

Add your voice and urge Congress to fully fund housing programs

Together, we can influence policy decisions that protect older adults, strengthen communities, and ensure housing stability for years to come.

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